Funeral for Former Vice President Dick Cheney Held at Washington National Cathedral

Service for Dick Cheney

• 🕊️ The funeral for former Vice President Dick Cheney was held at the Washington National Cathedral.
• 📌 Cheney, who served two terms as Vice President under George W. Bush from 2001 to 2009, was laid to rest.

Notable Attendees and Absences

• 🤝 Notable attendees included former Presidents Joe Biden and George W. Bush, as well as former Vice President Kamala Harris.
• ❌ President Trump and Vice President JD Vance were not invited and were absent from the service.
• 👨‍👧 Cheney's daughter, former representative Liz Cheney, was present to pay her final respects.

Cheney's Character and Legacy

• 🧠 Cheney is described as a thinker and listener who conveyed thoughts in an even tone, reflecting a highly disciplined mind.
• 💔 The 84-year-old passed away earlier this month after battling pneumonia, cardiac, and vascular disease.
• 🏛️ Cheney also served as defense secretary under President George W. Bush.